PODEVENT: TRUE BLESSINGS

The next great event which will be discussed in this blog series is found in chapter 27 An Naml, verse 36: “So when they came to Solomon, he said, “Do you provide me with wealth? But what Allah has given me is better than what He has given you. Rather, it is you who rejoiceContinue reading “PODEVENT: TRUE BLESSINGS”

PODSERIES: TRUTHFULNESS – PART 18 OF 18

The next aspect of truthfulness is truthfulness in contentment with Allah, the Exalted. The sign of this is when one is not impatient nor do they desire a change irrespective of whatever situation they are in. They are content with what Allah, the Exalted, has chosen knowing He only chooses the best for His servants.Continue reading “PODSERIES: TRUTHFULNESS – PART 18 OF 18”

PODTHOUGHT: MAKE THINGS USEFUL

I had a thought which I wanted to share. In reality, in most cases nothing in this material world in itself is good or bad, such as wealth. What makes a thing good or bad is the way it used. It is important to understand that the very purpose of everything which was created byContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: MAKE THINGS USEFUL”

PODHADITH: PRIORTISING CORRECTLY

In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2465, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that whoever prioritises the hereafter over this material world will be granted contentment, their affairs will be corrected for them and they will receive their destined provision in an easy way. This half ofContinue reading “PODHADITH: PRIORTISING CORRECTLY”

PODNEWS: AVOIDING DEPRESSION

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on a case of suicide which was caused by depression and severe grief. It is important for muslims to strive in the obedience of Allah, the Exalted, by fulfilling His commands, refraining from His prohibitions and by facing destinyContinue reading “PODNEWS: AVOIDING DEPRESSION”

PODTHOUGHT: AVOIDING BITTERNESS

I had a thought which I wanted to share. It is important for muslims to fulfil the rights people have over them, such as their parents, according to the teachings of Islam. But they should not do this for the sake of people nor should they go overboard in their duties by crossing the limitsContinue reading “PODTHOUGHT: AVOIDING BITTERNESS”

PODNEWS: WHERE IS PEACE

I read a news article which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the stresses of modern day work and finding peace in one’s life. It is a universal aim and goal for all people, irrespective of their faith or social class, to achieve peace of mind in this world. It is the ultimateContinue reading “PODNEWS: WHERE IS PEACE”

PODNEWS: PEACE OF MIND & BODY

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on the mentality of many people who are always striving to achieve more in this material world even though they have already gained much worldly success. Even though, Islam does not prohibit this type of mentality as long asContinue reading “PODNEWS: PEACE OF MIND & BODY”

PODHADITH: A SIMPLE LIFE

In a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 4118, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that simplicity is a part of faith. Islam does not teach muslims to give up all their wealth and lawful desires but it instead teaches them to adopt a simple lifestyle in all aspectsContinue reading “PODHADITH: A SIMPLE LIFE”

PODNEWS: CHOOSE YOUR HAPPINESS

I read a news article a while ago which I wanted to briefly discuss. It reported on how people’s decisions affect others, such as their family. It is important for muslims to understand an important lesson. In cases where the choices they must choose from are lawful and it does not contradict the Holy QuranContinue reading “PODNEWS: CHOOSE YOUR HAPPINESS”